If you're looking for shipping containers, flat pack containers or steel site offices, you're in the right place. Containers Direct is the only supplier which displays its entire stock on-line. For many years, our customers have been able to view our comprehensive range of brand new and second hand containers and site offices. Because we are situated in one of the country's busiest shipping container ports, we have access to an unbelievable range of high quality containers which can be used for transporting or storing cargo. In fact, because they are so secure and cheap, shipping containers can now be seen everywhere, from school playgrounds to building sites – they are even being converted into houses and homes!
Standard shipping containers tend to be 8ft wide an either 20ft or 40ft long. These are the most affordable option for those looking to use them for storage. But here at Containers Direct, we specialise in cutting down shipping containers to the size you require. We already have 10ft, 12ft and 15ft containers ready for sale. In addition to containers, we provide modular buildings, site offices and portable toilets, most of which can be delivered nationwide.
So visit our website today to view our excellent range of containers, site offices and flat pack containers. If you should require any further information, don't hesitate to give us a call!
Garage containers were amongst our best-selling products of 2013, and for a very good reason. Tailored to your specific requirements, they are the perfect low-cost alternative to traditional “bricks and mortar” garages. With a garage container there is no waiting around for planning permission or protracted building works – we simply build it onsite at our facility and deliver it wherever needed so you can use it straight away. Of course, you can also take it with you should you ever move.
Our garage containers are built using corrugated box profile steel and are reinforced with plywood floors which are able to meet even the heaviest demands. At 10 feet wide they offer ample room to park your car with enough left over to get in and out. Garages can be customised with foldable hinged ramps, roller shutter doors and electrical connections/lighting etc.
We now stock a range of new and used gatehouses designed to meet various requirements. These are highly portable buildings, and as such can be easily relocated as and when needed. This makes them ideal for short and long term applications.
Standard gatehouses measure 6 x 6ft. They have an anti-vandal steel construction with either corrugated or flat panels. They can also have a steel-shuttered glazed window with a sliding pane, and may be lined and insulated for user comfort. Other features include vinyl flooring, wall heaters, strip lights, double sockets and consumer units.
Gatehouses designed and manufactured by Containers Direct are available in a wide choice of colours.
Shipping containers can be converted in many different ways. Over the years we have transformed them into canteens, classrooms, offices, stables and even living accommodation. More and more businesses are opting for container conversions because they are less expensive and they create less hassle than traditional buildings.
It’s really quite simple. We use state-of-the-art CAD software to design a container interior according to your requirements, build it onsite at our own production facility and then deliver it to you ready for immediate use. Get in touch to discuss your requirements with our design team today!
Side door containers can be positioned with the long side facing outwards because - as the name suggests - the doors are on the side rather than at the end (unlike standard shipping containers, which only have doors at the end). This modification is undertaken by us in order to give you more flexibility upon installation. Find out more about how we build them by visiting Containers Direct online.
Containers Direct offer a simple and cost-effective solution for ensuring containers are equipped with the correct materials to prevent condensation. Without the correct means of protection, temperatures within the containers can fluctuate, causing condensation that can lead to contents becoming wet and mouldy. We fit timber frames inside the steel structure of the container, and pack the walls with a highly-efficient and naturally occurring insulating substance called Rockwall. All edges are then finished off with beading to ensure no gaps remain.
For more information, please visit our website or contact us.
Our biomass boiler containers offer a cost-effective and efficient means of housing boiler units. Containers Direct supply new and used watertight containers that can be adapted to suit individual requirements. Each container consists of a personnel door for easy maintenance access and two large louvre vents. Advantages of using these containers include:
We supply a wide range of portable toilet units ideal for environments ranging from construction sites to music concerts. Whether you require comprehensive vandal proof units with wash basins and water heaters or are looking for a more ecologically friendly option, Containers Direct can supply the product.
To view our range of portable toilet units, please visit our website.
Our durable warm water shower units are both economical and cost-effective. The portable containers are ideal for campsites, construction sites and renovation projects. Each container includes a 7w instant water heater, slip resistant shower tray, and a protected incoming power supply.
Containers direct supply versatile portable mobile changing rooms for environments such as work sites and can used to accompany our portable shower unit. Each container can also double up as a secure site storage cabinets for tools, materials and other valuables.
If you would like to find out more about our mobile changing rooms or any other portable units, please contact us or visit our website.
We have a huge stock of shipping containers in all of the standard sizes, plus many non-standard containers ideal for storage or conversion. Each and every container is made with high quality steel and is both watertight and rustproof. Standard sizes are 8 x 20ft and 8 x 40ft. If you require a shorter length, Containers Direct can convert it for you.
If you are planning on using a shipping container for overseas exports, please get in touch. While many of our containers have a CSC plate and are ISO compliant (making them suitable for shipping), others do not meet the required criteria and can therefore only be used for storage.
It’s important to us that our clients needs match the products we sell them, so we have our own on site workshops to adapt or convert our containers. From a simple cut down, door change or repaint, right up to higher end specialist conversions, we have the experience and facilities to take on any project. Our recent client conversion projects completed in our workshops at Containers Direct include school classrooms, a container kitchen and a bio-mass boiler house.
In order to prevent theft or vandalism, it is essential to ensure high-security measures are taken for each container. Containers Direct supply high-quality solid hardened steel padlocks. Each lock comes with 2 keys. For additional padlocks, "keys alike" can be ordered.
For more information, please visit our website or contact us.
Though shipping containers tend to measure 8ft in width and 20ft or 40ft in length, we can cut them down to 10ft. We usually use 40ft containers, allowing us to produce four 10ft units, one with original doors, another with original end (front wall), and two with open ends. This process of conversion means that our customers can choose the best type of door for their purpose. The original container doors are usually retained when the unit is located on a building site, predominantly because they have the advantage of having rubber door seals. The alternative is to install flat panelled doors which are far easier to open and are more attractive on the eye. This makes them ideal for school storage or as garden sheds and personal storage. But you don't have to choose between two types of door: we've used our own manufacturing facilities to produce doors that combine both kinds!
Site offices can be constructed from timber or steel. Steel structures are vandal proof, but if you do not require this level of security, timber jackleg cabins are the cheaper option. If you buy a new site office, you have the option of designing the interior to your own specification, while you can expect at least 15 years of use. Though new offices are more expensive, you're guaranteed a return on investment because running costs are usually lower. If you would like more information on our site offices, just give us a call. We're always delighted to receive your enquiries.
Containers Direct offers flat pack containers in three different sizes, with depths of 4 metres, 3 metres and 2 metres. All units are 2.1 metres in height and 2.1 metres wide. With a galvanised body and a double locking system for additional security, these containers are the ideal vandal proof solution. They are also easy to assemble, and can be linked together to form a larger modular building. Optional extras include powder coating finishing in blue or green, forklift feet, self levelling feet, and 'snap in' shelf uprights and arms. Flat pack containers can be delivered nationwide very cheaply.
The difference between a shipping container and a storage container is that the former can be used for both shipping and storage, whilst the latter cannot always be used for shipping. The exception to this rule is that storage containers may be used for shipping if they are deck cargo (i.e. not stacked atop one another). Shipping containers must conform to ISO standards, meaning they must be built to precise specifications, which of course, costs more. These conditions do not apply to storage containers, so they can be built to any specification. If you need more help in deciding whether you need a shipping container or a storage container, please follow the link to our website, or simply give us a call!
Containers Direct offers an outstanding overseas removals service for customers needing to move household effects from the UK to overseas destinations. By taking a different approach to overseas removals, we’re able to keep costs as low as possible. This approach is based on over 30 years of experience in commercial freight forwarding, so you can rely on us to get what you need from A to B with zero fuss and zero complications.
Portable cabins offer a practical, economical solution to site accommodation and/or office space. Not only are they ideal for construction and general industrial applications, but also for schools, clubs and other similar environments. They can be used as temporary or permanent installations, and you can expect at least 15 years of quality use from them. All cabins come with a 12-month guarantee against leaks and can be fitted according to your requirements, whether it’s an office, classroom or clubhouse.
We also have a large stock of ex-hire portable cabins for sale, which offer even greater savings (up to 75%) against new buildings. Visit us online to find out more.
While 10ft containers are by far our most popular, there is a growing demand amongst our customers for 15ft containers. Like 10ft containers, they need to be cut down to size, because shipping containers only come in 20ft and 40ft sizes as standard. We’ll happily provide a 15ft container if that’s what you need, and we’ll also give you a choice of three different doors. The cost of repainting the container is also included in the price.
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| Registration Number: | 06570705 |
| VAT Number: | GB943 8949 67 |
| Registered at Companies House: | 19 April, 2008 (16 years ago) |
| No of Employees: | 1-10 |
| Annual Turnover: | 1-2m |
| Parent Company: | ISO Trade Ltd |
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Opening Times
| Monday | 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM |
| Thursday | 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM |
| Friday | 09:00 AM - 05:30 PM |
| Saturday | Closed |
| Sunday | Closed |
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